GP Podcast

A new episode of "The GP Podcast: Field-Notes" is live! Host Dan Royle chats with our GP missionaries to learn about their salvation story in part one of each interview. Then, in part two, we hear all about what life is like for them as missionaries to another country. 

This new episode covers part two of Dan's conversation with missionary to Germany, Alex Berg. Alex shares What do Germans eat for breakfast, and do you really need to go that fast on the Autobahn? Listen to the full episode at www.gpn.church/gp-podcast.

A new episode of "The GP Podcast: Field-Notes" is live! Host Dan Royle chats with our GP missionaries to learn about their salvation story in part one of each interview. Then, in part two, we hear all about what life is like for them as missionaries to another country. 

This new episode covers part one of Dan's conversation with missionary to Germany, Alex Berg. Alex shares a fascinating story of how a family member in Soviet Russia shared Christ with him in a very unique way! Find the link to the full episode and part one at www.gpn.church/gp-podcast.

A new episode of "The GP Podcast: Field-Notes" is live! Host Dan Royle chats with our GP missionaries to learn about their salvation story in part one of each interview. Then, in part two, we hear all about what life is like for them as missionaries to another country. 

This new episode covers part two of Dan's conversation with missionary to Spain, Rusty Ford. Rusty shares a rather humorous story of a “lost in translation” situation he went through you won’t want to miss! Find the link to the full episode and part one at www.gpn.church/gp-podcast

A new episode of "The GP Podcast: Field-Notes" is live! Host Dan Royle chats with our GP missionaries to learn about their salvation story in part one of each interview. Then, in part two, we hear all about what life is like for them as missionaries to another country. 

This new episode covers part one of Dan's conversation with missionary to Spain, Rusty Ford. Rusty shares his salvation story with us but also how he met his wife Jennifer and how they even ended up in Spain in the first place! Find the link to the full episode and part one at www.gpn.church/gp-podcast

A new episode of "The GP Podcast: Field-Notes" is live! Host Dan Royle chats with our GP missionaries to learn about their salvation story in part one of each interview. Then in part two, we hear all about what life is like for them as a missionary to another country. This new episode covers part two of Dan's conversation with missionary to Uganda, Pastor Gerald. Pastor Gerald shares about his life in Uganda, including what they eat as well as how they catch chickens for dinner! Find the link to the full episode and part one at www.gpn.church/gp-podcast.

In this episode of Field-notes, we sit down with Missionary to Uganda Gerald Isabirye, one of Grace Pointe’s missionary partners. This is Part 1 of their story. In this conversation, we hear how they came to know Christ and the moments that shaped their faith. Join us as we step into their story and discover how God is working through their life and ministry around the world.

This sermon is given by GPP Campus Pastor Jared Seeland. The scripture reference is from Genesis 38:12-26.

Key Verses

Genesis 38:12-26

John 1:12

Ecclesiastes 2:11

Questions

How does understanding that Jesus chose His family lineagechange your perspective on who belongs in God's family?

What promises has the world made to you that have left youdisappointed? How have you responded to those broken promises?

In what ways do you see yourself in Tamar's story ofdisappointment and taking matters into her own hands?

Why do you think God included such scandalous stories inJesus' genealogy rather than only highlighting the 'good' people?

How does chronic disappointment in life sometimes lead ustoward sin or unhealthy coping mechanisms?

Who in your life have you written off as 'too far gone' forGod's grace? How might this story challenge that assumption?

What does it mean that Jesus wants 'all of you' rather thanjust your money, time, or good behavior?

How can recognizing our deep need for fulfillment actuallypoint us toward Christ rather than away from Him?

Life Application

This week, identify one area where you've been seekingfulfillment outside of Christ - whether through relationships, career success, possessions, or other means. Surrender that area to Jesus in prayer each day, asking Him to be your ultimate source of satisfaction. Also, reach out to one person you may have written off as 'too far gone' and show them Christ's love through a simple act of kindness or genuine conversation.

Key Takeaways

Jesus chose scandalous people like Tamar to be part of Hisfamily lineage, showing that God's grace extends to the unexpected

Disappointment and broken promises often drive us to seekfulfillment through sinful means, but they can also point us toward our need for Christ

The world's promises will always disappoint, but Jesusoffers the one promise that cannot be broken - belonging to His family

We shouldn't presume to know who belongs at Jesus' table orwho is too far gone for God's grace

True fulfillment comes only through surrendering our entirelives to Jesus, not through partial commitments or worldly pursuits

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In this episode of Field-notes, we sit down with Missionary Steve Bennetsen, one of Grace Pointe’s missionary partners. This is Part 2 of their story! So if you missed the first part, go back and listen to that first! In this conversation, we hear how Steve and his family ended up in Ethiopia, but we also take a look at what it's like to actually live there. Did you know they eat raw beef? Steve tells us all about it on this episode! Join us as we step into their story and discover how God is working through their life and ministry around the world.

In this episode of Field-notes, we sit down with Missionary Steve Bennetsen, one of Grace Pointe’s missionary partners. This is Part 1 of their story. In this conversation, we hear how they came to know Christ and the moments that shaped their faith. Join us as we step into their story and discover how God is working through their life and ministry around the world.

Join us each month as we dive deeper into the heart of LAST month's Sunday sermons. In this podcast, our host Dan Royle chats with our campus pastors Dan Painter and Jared Seeland about last month's sermon series called "Inimitable" and our Grace Pointe preaching team who so graciously shared their wisdom with us by preaching for the month of July! They'll share insights and reflections and together, we explore overlooked details, thought-provoking ideas, and personal stories that enrich our understanding of that month’s theme. Each episode of the GP Podcast invites you to reflect more deeply on the character traits of Christ and discover new ways to apply His teachings in everyday life. Tune in and uncover the ‘extra’ that brings our faith journey into focus. And of course, any time you would like to listen to any of the sermons our pastors have shared, simply go to gpn.church/sermons for our Naperville campus and gpp.church/sermons for our Plainfield campus.